Amir Khan, left, could be Floyd Mayweather's next opponent in May.AP File Photo

Skip a December fight against Devon Alexander, and go straight to Floyd Mayweather?

That could be the dilemma facing Amir Khan, the rumored frontrunner to be Mayweather's opponent next May. Khan is slated to face Alexander on Dec. 7, but a loss in that fight could put his biggest career payday in jeopardy.

"Team Khan would like to dispel recent reports that Amir Khan has pulled out of a potential match-up against Devon Alexander on December 7th, taking up a fight against Floyd Mayweather in May of next year instead."

"Contrary to this story, Amir Khan is currently in training camp in San Francisco with the aim of fighting again in December against Alexander once an agreement can be reached."